The Current Situation and Needs for Developing Curriculum to Promote Reading Habits and Reading Literacy Using Isan Local Literature for Primary School Learners

This research examines the current situations and needs for curriculum development to promote reading habits and reading literacy using Isan local literature for primary school learners. The research process starts with reviewing relevant literature and previous research regarding curriculum development principles, promoting reading habits and reading literacy, and the use of Isan local literature in primary learners. The next process is analyzing the current situation and needs for curriculum development by collecting data from stakeholders through questionnaires and focus group discussions. The research instruments included an analysis record form, a questionnaire on current conditions and needs, and an unstructured interview. The data analysis was conducted using frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. The findings of this study reveal a significant gap between the current teaching practices and the high level of demand for developing a curriculum that promotes reading habits and reading literacy using Isan local literature. Current practices among primary school Thai language teachers were rated at a low level across all components, while the needs for curriculum development were consistently rated at the highest level. In conclusion, the findings validate the need for a curriculum that promotes reading habits and reading literacy through local literature among primary school students.